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Although there is no exact screen for this age, knowing what to look for is important. Report any bumps or abnormalties to your doctor immediately.
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A Pap test is recommended for women starting at 30. A pap test is preformed by your doctor by collecting cells through the vagina from the opening of the cervix. The cells are then looked at for abnormalities.
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A pap test is taken to look for cervical cancer.
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Mammograms begin around age 40-45, unless recommended earlier. Mammograms are x-rays of the breasts where metal plates are pushed against the breasts and a picture is taken. Tumors, masses, and white spots are looked at for cancer indication.
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Mammograms look at indications of breast cancer
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Mammograms can start being preformed every 2 years if no earlier signs have been detected.
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Talk about smoking history and get a CT scan if recommended based on history by doctor. A CT scan is just like an X-ray but will be able to see things an X-ray could not. It may be smart to receive this after age 50 every 10 years.
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Colonoscopies are common when looking for colon cancer and are recommended once women reach age 50. They should be preformed every 10 years. A colonoscopy is where a camera is attached to the end of a cord which looks at the colon and rectum through entrance at the rectum. Not comfy.
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Tests can be stopped if no signs are detected in the past 10 years.
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Colon cancer should be tested every 10 years after age 50.